From Billboard · Jeff Benjamin · · 2m
Hongjoong’s 'Enough' Song Finds Contentment
Hongjoong releases 'ENOuGH' after Coachella, seeking calm amid ATEEZ’s peak year
In brief
Hongjoong releases 'ENOuGH' after Coachella, seeking calm amid ATEEZ’s peak year Hongjoong’s solo song reflects finding contentment through existing relationships and ATEEZ, not external validation Originally reported by Billboard.
Hongjoong at Coachella
Hongjoong returned to Coachella in April after ATEEZ’s first K-pop performance there two years prior.
“That day I got so many inspirations”
Chill Pop Song
He crafted an atmospheric pop song in Los Angeles that’s not just chill but about a feeling he’s chased his whole life.
“I just tried to make some chill song and also not just chill”
New Song Release
The song 'ENOuGH' drops Friday, Sept. 18, as a collaboration with Bazzi.
“This song arrives Friday (Sept. 18)”
ATEEZ’s Success
ATEEZ released their EP 'GOLDEN HOUR: Part.5' with a Billboard 200 No. 1 and a viral dance in Korea.
“The EP gave the group its third No. 1 on the Billboard 200”
Hongjoong’s Style
Hongjoong’s music style shifts from K-pop’s fast-paced rap to emotional, atmospheric pop.
“I think I have to get more experience because doing that will reflect to ATEEZ again and myself”
Personal Growth
Hongjoong felt he needed to learn more about himself after ATEEZ’s success and his own creative process.
“At the start of this year, when I listened to the songs that I made, I thought everything was not good”
Vacation Time
Hongjoong took a vacation in August to focus on his creative work and self-expression.
“When we confirmed to go on vacation, I immediately thought about how I could use that vacation for me”
Song Meaning
The song addresses finding contentment through existing relationships rather than external validation.
“If we focus on something that we already have, it makes me feel enough”
Collaboration with Bazzi
Hongjoong and Bazzi connected through Coachella and shared a love for music that inspired the collaboration.
“We met and we talked a little bit about our lives”
Music Video Concept
The music video shows Hongjoong traveling to space, visiting Bazzi’s planet where time is abundant.
“My planet is ATEEZ, from now and forever”
Long-Term Vision
Hongjoong aims to keep ATEEZ’s legacy strong while exploring his solo artistry.
“We put ATEEZ first, but at the same time, everyone wants to plan their own things too”
Contentment Message
Hongjoong believes focusing on what you already have creates enough contentment without fear of deficiency.
“We don’t have to fear the lacking or deficiency”
Future Plans
Hongjoong plans to release more songs and collaborate with artists to refine his musical identity.
“If I get my own style or learn my own style, I think there will be someday I can talk to you”
Group Balance
ATEEZ members balance individual projects with group success to maintain long-term synergy.
“Everyone needs to express themselves and that makes synergy”
Personal Identity
Hongjoong’s identity as ATEEZ’s leader and solo artist remains central to his creative journey.
“I always walked with ATEEZ”
Song Release Date
The song 'ENOuGH' releases on Friday, Sept. 18, after Hongjoong’s Los Angeles studio sessions.
“This song arrives Friday (Sept. 18)”
The takeaway
Hongjoong’s solo song reflects finding contentment through existing relationships and ATEEZ, not external validation
